Outdoor trends

The Outdoor Industry Association has protested against Donald Trump's tariffs on imports from China. The US President is hoping for economic growth in the USA with these tariffs, but he is hitting the sporting goods and outdoor industry hard - as well as consumers.

The Fiftyten transport system transforms pickups into both an outdoor base and a sleeping tent in no time at all. The German start-up was awarded for its innovation at ISPO Brandnew 2018. In an interview, founder Stefan Decker explains the rocky road to success and the next big goal: the US market.

The European Outdoor Group has prominent new members. The largest snowboard companies in the world are now EOG members. The association thus expands its spectrum.

Whether on the sea, river, or lake – whether endurance training, relaxation, or action, the varieties of stand-up paddling are manifold. But if you want to buy a SUP, you first have to ask yourself: inflatable or hardboard? And should it be a touring or an all-rounder board?

Stand-up paddling has established itself. There are now seven central board categories. Part 2 of our SUP Guide gives an overview.

Cargo bikes, gadgets, e-racing bikes: The 2018/2019 season will also see exciting innovations in the bicycle industry. At last, customized bikes are making it out of the bike lab and onto the streets, and a pair of glasses offers its wearer a rearview mirror.

Adidas Runners, Icebug Forest Femmes, Brooks Run Happy - running communities initiated by running brands are an integral part of the running scene in major cities. Can the self-organised or professionalised running groups also be of interest to local sports retailers? ISPO.com has spoken with brand representatives.

The Swiss outdoor brand Odlo has a new CEO: Knut Are Høgberg replaces the Frenchman Christophe Bézu, who has put the company back on track for success in the past three years. Bézu will continue to be available to the company.

The concept for OutDoor by ISPO stands. On ISPO.com, key representatives of the outdoor industry describe their reactions. Read here: Maximilian Nortz, Managing Director of International Business at BLACKYAK: How We Can Activate Young People Together

The European Outdoor Group (EOG) and ISPO have presented the concept for OutDoor by ISPO. Reiner Gerstner, CMO at the technology company TQ, explains what he thought of the launch and what’s to be done now.